Glossary
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Hague Rules
Rules published in 1924, concerning "Certain Rules relating to Bill of Lading", to establish liabilities and rights of carrier and owner of the goods.
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Hague-Visby Rules
Rules published in 1968 amending Hague Rules.
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Hamburg Rules
Rules published in 1978 and definishing rights and obligations of the carrier and the owner of the goods.
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Handling
Operations of loading and discharging of the containers and the goods onboard the Vessel.
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Handling Costs
The cost involved in moving, transferring, preparing, and otherwise handling inventory.
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Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System
An international classification system designated to promote a high degree of international uniformity in the presentation of customs tariffs and foreign trade statistics.
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Hazardous Goods
Articles or substances which can pose a significant risk to health, safety, or property, and that ordinarily require special attention when transported. Also called Dangerous Goods.
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High Cube (HC)
A container that exceeds 8 feet 6 inches in height. Please click here for more information.
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Hold
Compartment located under the deck, delimitated by two transverse bulkheads.
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Humidity
The ratio of the air total water vapour to its total capacity at a given temperature. Please click here for more information.
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